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Haarlem, Netherlands 🇳🇱
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Nomad Score:
68%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
41%
Weight: 150
Moderately high cost of living typical for the Netherlands, but cheaper than Amsterdam.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
38%
Weight: 80
Housing prices are relatively high due to demand and limited supply, though more affordable than Amsterdam.
🍎 Food & Groceries
52%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are moderate; eating out can be expensive but there are affordable options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
67%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and reasonably priced; cycling is free and popular.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are varied but can be pricey compared to smaller Dutch cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Average gym membership costs, with many options including budget gyms.
💱 Currency Stability
95%
Weight: 30
Euro is a stable currency with low inflation and strong economic backing.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
92%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet widely available with speeds often exceeding 100 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
78%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces available, though fewer than in Amsterdam.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
80%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi and comfortable work environments.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
75%
Weight: 30
Good selection of cafes catering to remote workers with power outlets and reliable WiFi.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
53%
Weight: 100
Less popular than Amsterdam but gaining traction among nomads seeking quieter environments.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
91%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
87%
Weight: 30
Strong cultural emphasis on work-life balance and reasonable working hours.
🌳 Environmental Quality
83%
Weight: 15
Clean city with good environmental policies and green initiatives.
🧼 Cleanliness
89%
Weight: 10
Very clean public spaces and streets, typical of Dutch cities.
🗨️ Language Barrier
86%
Weight: 30
English widely spoken; minimal language barrier for digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
74%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, though occasional pollution from traffic.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
75%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family-oriented activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
91%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare system with excellent facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
62%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is good but can be expensive without insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
87%
Weight: 20
Accessible and efficient healthcare services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
31%
Weight: 80
Mild but often cloudy and rainy; limited sunshine especially in winter.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
98%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters; well-protected from flooding.
🏞️ Green Spaces
79%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Limited air conditioning in most buildings due to mild climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons but mild; winters are cool and summers moderate.
🔊 Noise Pollution
70%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; quieter than larger cities but some traffic noise.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with museums, historic sites, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
54%
Weight: 15
Smaller nightlife scene compared to Amsterdam but some bars and live music venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
72%
Weight: 15
Access to nearby beaches, dunes, and countryside for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
70%
Weight: 10
Good opportunities to learn Dutch with local classes and language exchanges.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
73%
Weight: 10
Various local tours and cultural experiences available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
61%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and indoor activities available but limited compared to larger cities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
70%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options including Dutch and international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
65%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios offering classes for all levels.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
68%
Weight: 15
Good availability of gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
74%
Weight: 15
Many health-conscious cafes and organic grocery stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
79%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone suitable for working with most European and some US clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
63%
Weight: 25
Smaller community but growing networking events for entrepreneurs and freelancers.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
60%
Weight: 20
Moderate availability of remote jobs; more opportunities in nearby Amsterdam.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
65%
Weight: 20
Supportive freelance environment with access to coworking and networking.
🏢 Coworking Quality
76%
Weight: 30
Good quality coworking spaces with modern amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
62%
Weight: 15
Smaller startup scene compared to Amsterdam but some innovation hubs present.
💳 Local Payment Services
84%
Weight: 10
Widely accepted digital payment methods and contactless payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but still emerging market for crypto adoption.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
71%
Weight: 30
Close to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport with excellent international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
83%
Weight: 20
Efficient bus and train services connecting Haarlem to surrounding areas.
🚶 Walkability
87%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
70%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing options available but less prevalent than in larger cities.
🚲 Cycling
96%
Weight: 10
Excellent cycling infrastructure; biking is a primary mode of transport.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
88%
Weight: 15
Frequent trains to Amsterdam and other major cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
85%
Weight: 10
Wide availability of bike rentals and some electric scooter services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
90%
Weight: 20
Strong and reliable mobile network coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
93%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
97%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable electricity supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
72%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in many cafes and public spaces but not ubiquitous.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
55%
Weight: 40
Schengen visa rules apply; no specific digital nomad visa but options exist for freelancers.
📊 Tax Friendliness
48%
Weight: 30
Relatively high taxes; some incentives for startups but overall tax burden is moderate to high.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
96%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
94%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires local address and documentation; some banks offer online options.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Streamlined process for registering businesses, especially for freelancers.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
30%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa; freelancers can apply for self-employment permits.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly with good infrastructure but less known among nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
57%
Weight: 25
Some meetups and events, mostly organized through nearby Amsterdam communities.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
63%
Weight: 20
Growing online presence but smaller than major nomad hubs.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
89%
Weight: 100
Generally very safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
87%
Weight: 50
Safe and inclusive environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
78%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with ongoing efforts to improve inclusivity.